2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2007 Peugeot 207 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 263 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot 207, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207. 2007 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 207 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |