2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Altima | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1641 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
