2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
