2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 41 kg more than 2000 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Galaxy | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
