2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 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 286 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
