1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP) has 383 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70. 2012 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | Vantage | XC70 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 814 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |