2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2002 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | X5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1257 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
