2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. (309 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 376 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2000 Volkswagen AAC has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen AAC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | AAC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
