2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 383 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Spark | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
