2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Lagreat 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 218 more horse power than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 317 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat. 2005 Honda Lagreat 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. 2005 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
