2009 Acura RL vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Acura | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | RL | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 24.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
