2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 552 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Tahoe | Vantage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2601 mm |