2003 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (455 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | CL | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 603 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
