1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 14 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 312 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 142 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 1998 Aston Martin 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia. 2012 GMC Acadia 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. 2012 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | Vantage | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |
