2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 564 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (502 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sierra | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
