2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Vantage | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 148 L |