2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 783 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Sierra | DBS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |