2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2003 Ford Model U
To start off, 2003 Ford Model U is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 305 more horse power than 2003 Ford Model U. (149 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Model U.
Because 2003 Ford Model U 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, 2003 Ford Model U 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U. 2003 Ford Model U has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Model U will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2003 Ford Model U | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Vanquish | Model U |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |