2002 Acura EL vs. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 770 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL, 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | EL | Vanquish |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 521 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |