1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 154 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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 Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | Vantage | GX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
