2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 522 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | TrailBlazer | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |