2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Volvo | Aston Martin |
| Model | S60 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
