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 5,965 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 80 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (301 HP @ 4400 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 790 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 129 L |
