2008 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish

To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 506 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura MDX 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish
Make Acura Aston Martin
Model MDX Vanquish
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 5935 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 521 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 577 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1956 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 18.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 80 L


 

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