2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,280 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Econovan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |