1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 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 223 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 98 L |
