2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 714 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sonata | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
