2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | CLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 507 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
