2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
