2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 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 210 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Pilot | Phantom |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 244 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 721 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 24.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |