1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 15 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 186 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 281 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Project Vantage | Venza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |
