2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Charger. (370 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2011 Dodge Charger 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. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Charger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |