2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
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 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 82 L |