2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 149 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
