2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
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 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 690 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
