2008 Acura RL vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL 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 158 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Acura | Rolls-Royce |
Model | RL | Phantom |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |