2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 192 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 300 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |