2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
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 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avalon 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 171 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avalon. 2003 Toyota Avalon 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. 2003 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
