2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2009 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 277 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
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, 2009 Ford Galaxy, 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |