2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 607 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 180 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 153 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, 2005 Peugeot 607, 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2005 Peugeot 607 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. 2005 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 607 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
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 | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |