2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 202 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia. 2013 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | Vanquish | Acadia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3020 mm |