2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
