2002 Toyota Avalon vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V12 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 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Avalon. 2002 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Avalon | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Avalon | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
