2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Subaru |
Model | Phantom | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |