2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 893 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2007 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 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Citi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |