2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2004 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish and 2004 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 295 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. 2004 Dodge Intrepid 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. 2004 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2004 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vanquish | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
