2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 603 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | Vanquish | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |