2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 381 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | V8 Vantage | SRX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |