2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vanquish | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
