2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Volvo S40
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 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 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 286 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
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, 2006 Volvo S40, 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
