2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 184 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
| Model | V8 Vantage | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
