2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex. 2009 Ford Flex 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. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Flex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
