2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 826 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 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 V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 V8 Vantage | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sierra | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
