2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe and 2011 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1143 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 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Citroen |
| Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5608 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
