2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2009 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 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Chevrolet |
| Model | Phantom | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
