2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 202 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Vauxhall |
Model | Silver Seraph | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |