2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 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 210 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |