2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 941 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Expedition | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 469 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |