2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 770 kg more than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Phantom | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
