1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | Vantage | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |