2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 246 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
