2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70, 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (330 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
