2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 212 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |