2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 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 316 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| 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 | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
