2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
Model | Silver Seraph | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.9 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |