2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 244 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (276 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima, 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Vanquish | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
