2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2009 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 310 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
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 Holden Cruze, 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) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cruze |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 153 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1477 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |