2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra. 2004 GMC Sierra 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. 2004 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | Vanquish | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3650 mm |
