2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Freestyle 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 159 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle. 2007 Ford Freestyle has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestyle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
