2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
Make Aston Martin Chevrolet
Model V8 Vantage Captiva
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4282 cc 3195 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 381 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 417 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 280 km/hour 199 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1965 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.2 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 65 L


 

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