2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 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 334 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1700 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lotus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Elise | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
