2005 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 5 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S8. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S8 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
Model | S8 | Park Ward |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2450 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |