2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Park Ward | GL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5377 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |