2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Ford Extreme EX
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Extreme EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Extreme EX would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 358 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Extreme EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Ford Extreme EX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Extreme EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
