2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Ford Focus
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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus 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 279 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 538 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |