2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Ranger | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |