2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP) has 214 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
