2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 458 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | GTI |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 264 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |