2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 671 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |