2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 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 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep, 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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. 2010 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
