2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 207 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 737 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
