2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT, 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Audi TT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | TT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |