2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 586 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Highlander | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 24.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
