2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 396 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Transit Connect | Vantage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2601 mm |