2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 4 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 231 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Vantage | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 381 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
