2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 596 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vanquish | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 119.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
