2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2007 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Opel Agila. 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, 2007 Opel Agila, 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 (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Opel Agila | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Vantage | Agila |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 18 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 41 L |