2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Silver Seraph | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
