2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1316 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Civic | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 24.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
