2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 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 114 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Park Ward | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
