2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 6 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 216 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2011 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
Model | V8 Vantage | Rodius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |