2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 9-2x. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 9-2x would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Because 2005 Saab 9-2x is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
