2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 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 341 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vanquish | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
