2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord 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 242 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord.
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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 2004 Honda Accord 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. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
