2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | Vanquish | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |