2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 777 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2012 Lexus GX 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, 2012 Lexus GX 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2012 Lexus GX 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. 2012 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | V8 Vantage | GX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 87 L |