2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 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 378 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.

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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Rolls-Royce Mitsubishi
Model Phantom Colt
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6749 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 448 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5350 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 531 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.6 mm 75.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 239 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.6 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.8 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 47 L