2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 3 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 235 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2005 Kia K2700 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:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Kia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | K2700 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 5379 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 94 L |
