2006 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | X5 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 24.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |
