2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 2010 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 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 84 more horse power than 2010 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Zafira.

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, 2010 Opel Zafira, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Zafira. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 2010 Opel Zafira
Make Rolls-Royce Opel
Model Park Ward Zafira
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
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 238 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 58 L


 

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