2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 2007 Chevrolet Epica

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Epica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 915 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Epica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 2007 Chevrolet Epica
Make Rolls-Royce Chevrolet
Model Park Ward Epica
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5379 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 322 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 499 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 65 L


 

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