2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60. 2004 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
