2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 203 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
Model | Touareg | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |