1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 72 L |
