1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 353 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Durango |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 102 L |