2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 912 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide 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 Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, 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 Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Uplander | Rapide |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2989 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 91 L |