2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2370 mm |
