2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 89 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (469 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | E | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
