2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1997 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 Silver Seraph 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 Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
Model | Silver Seraph | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |