2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 832 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | V8 Vantage | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 6198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |