2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | V8 Vantage | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |