2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Vanquish | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |
