2004 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS.
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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (417 Nm). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus GS | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Lexus | Rolls-Royce |
Model | GS | Phantom |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 531 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |