2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Honda Element
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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element 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 222 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |