2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 239 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
