1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Project Vantage | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
