2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 205 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (176 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |