2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. (377 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 960 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | G |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |