2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 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 138 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Chevrolet |
| Model | Phantom | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.6 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
