2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9. 2010 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
