2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 4,280 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire, 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) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |
