2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 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 4,735 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 180 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90. 2012 Volvo XC90 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. 2012 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
