2006 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A8 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 94 L |
