1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 229 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 726 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (388 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Project Vantage | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4477 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 141 L |
