2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90, 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90.
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2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | Vanquish | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4807 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2857 mm |