2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2013 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 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Toyota | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corolla | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
