2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 557 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 132 L |
