2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 550 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. 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, 2012 Renault Duster, 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 (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |