2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | TL | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
