2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 4,700 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 266 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
