2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG TF would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Vantage | TF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |