2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 627 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vanquish | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
