2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (455 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Skoda |
| Model | Phantom | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 455 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
