2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon, 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 (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Sportwagon | Vantage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 24.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |