1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 9 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 348 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | Vantage | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
