2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2001 Nissan Fusion

To start off, both 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish and 2001 Nissan Fusion were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Fusion. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 79 kg more than 2001 Nissan Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Fusion, 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Fusion. (372 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Fusion. 2001 Nissan Fusion has automatic transmission and 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Aston Martin Vanquish 2001 Nissan Fusion
Make Aston Martin Nissan
Model Vanquish Fusion
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 2986 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 454 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 372 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1914 kg 1835 kg
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2960 mm


 

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