2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Suburban | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |