2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 254 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 674 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen GLI is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vanquish | GLI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
