2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS.
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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS. 2002 Toyota FXS has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | FXS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 4290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 270 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |