2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 319 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 202 kg more than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Because 2010 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 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Phantom | A |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6700 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 453 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2630 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5834 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1638 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3571 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |