2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 195 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |