2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 955 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
Model | Park Ward | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1495 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |