2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2008 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 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Elantra | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 454 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
