2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 133 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |