2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 3 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 4,310 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 317 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daewoo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
