2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 629 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey, 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 (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Honda |
Model | Phantom | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6700 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 453 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2630 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5839 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1638 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3571 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |