2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 165 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 806 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, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2010 Ford Edge 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. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Edge |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 132 L |