2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 6 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 (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | V8 Vantage | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
