2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Volvo C70
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 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C70 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 202 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 Volvo C70, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Vantage | C70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |