2005 Lexus GS vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 3 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Lexus GS. 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 Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus GS | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Lexus | Rolls-Royce |
Model | GS | Park Ward |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |