The Aston Martin Vanquish S for 2005: Improving on 2004
When you think of the “Aston Martin Vanquish” what will usually come to mind for Aston Martin enthusiasts is quality, stability and lots of history. The Vanquish has been one of the premier vehicles of the Aston Martin line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 2005 model is no exception. The Aston Martin Vanquish falls into the coupe for the family category.
Under the Hood
Standard equipment in the Vanquish for 2004 and 2005 includes the 6.0 liter engine by Cosworth, weighing in at 12 cylinders and fourty eight valves. A 6-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Vanquish.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Vanquish uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Vanquish S are 73.80 inches wide by 185.40 inches long. It sits 50.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 107.90 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
Pricing is a vital consideration when shopping for a car. The Aston Martin Vanquish lists at $160,000 when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-high price. This price was average compared to the industry average price for a 2-door coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2005 Vanquish’s exceptional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected MFI style of design. The fuel capacity of the car is 22.00 gallons.
The Vanquish S received a miles-per-gallon rating of eleven in-city driving and nineteen when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
What We Think of the Aston Martin Vanquish
The 2004 model began the promise of the Aston Martin Vanquish. The 2005 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Aston Martin hopes that the Vanquish S will continue to be a profitable vehicle.