2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 372 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V12 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 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 2006 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V12 Vantage | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1697 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
