2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 476 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Uplander | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 469 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |