2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. 2004 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2160 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 | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |