2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V12 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |