2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2007 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 845 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 96 L |