2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
