2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DBS 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 2009 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DBS | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |