2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Phantom | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
