1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1999 GMC Suburban

To start off, both 1999 Aston Martin Vantage and 1999 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Suburban. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Aston Martin Vantage 1999 GMC Suburban
Make Aston Martin GMC
Model Vantage Suburban
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 7400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 450 HP 250 HP
Torque 1098 Nm 455 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 9 seats
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1955 kg


 

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