2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3350 mm |