2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1407 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 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 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Golf | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5842 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
