2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 286 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
Model | Phantom | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 721 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 24.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |