2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Audi Avantissimo
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2002 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2002 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Audi Avantissimo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Avantissimo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 431 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 603 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |