2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 596 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 1570 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |