2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
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 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 179 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | V8 Vantage | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |