2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 334 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Aveo | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |