2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 109 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. 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, 2009 Mazda 6, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6. 2009 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
