2010 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Aston Martin DBS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Aston Martin DBS would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Aston Martin DBS | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DBS | Caddy |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4722 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |