2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 354 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Spark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
