2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 186 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2003 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
