2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon. 2003 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | Vanquish | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
