2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 4,700 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 270 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
