2009 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 989 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Accord | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
