2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 937 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (490 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Rolls-Royce Subaru
Model Park Ward Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5379 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 322 HP 250 HP
Torque 490 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1513 kg
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 64 L


 

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