2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |