2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza 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) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 171 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
