1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 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 482 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | Vantage | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
