2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 237 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 256 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Phantom | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
