2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 679 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 136 L |
