2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
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 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,700 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 182 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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 V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |