2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Phantom | CLK |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6700 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 453 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2690 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6091 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1641 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3820 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |