1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 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 220 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 725 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Project Vantage | Durango |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 102 L |
