1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express. 2006 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Vantage | Express |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |