2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |