2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 255 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 452 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Accord | Phantom |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |