2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda 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 350 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Fiat Panda 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. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 35 L |
