2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 4,700 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 164 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 427 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, 2013 Nissan Quest, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| 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 | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |
