2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | C | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
