2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 326 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vanquish | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
