2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1562 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Civic | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
