2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 348 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish.
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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | Vanquish | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |