2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 291 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |