2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Civic | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
