2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 7 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), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 200 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Vanquish | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 520 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |
