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. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 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 | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
