2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
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 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 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 230 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | MR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 48 L |