2000 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Civic | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
