2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 71 kg more than 2002 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram, 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 Vanquish (577 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vanquish | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3530 mm |
