2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 618 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 98 L |