2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Seraph | R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |
