2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu KB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu KB 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 251 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Isuzu KB 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, 2005 Isuzu KB 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | V8 Vantage | KB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 83 L |
