1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 58 L |
