2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 10 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 620 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
Model | Touareg | Vantage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.3 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |