2008 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage

To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 451 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Savana 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
Make GMC Aston Martin
Model Savana Vantage
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Van Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 279 HP 0 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4382 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2022 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 80 L


 

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