2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 258 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vanquish | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
