2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Patrol. 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 98 L |
