2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 680 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Aveo | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
