2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Equinox 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |
