2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
