1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 456 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Project Vantage | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 87 L |
