2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 2 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 152 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | GLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2756 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |