2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Citroen |
| Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5608 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
