1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 488 kg more than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 98 L |
