2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 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 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort, 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Escort |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |