2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 292 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
