2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 927 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 106 L |