2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 197 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Jetta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1257 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |