2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 167 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |