2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
