2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 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 264 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Vanquish | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3490 mm |
