2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 2 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 317 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1561 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. 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, 2013 Kia RIO, 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 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Kia |
| Model | Phantom | RIO |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2690 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6091 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1638 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3820 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
