2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 571 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 83 L |
