2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 234 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | SsangYong | Aston Martin |
| Model | Rexton | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
