2005 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | X5 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |