2010 Aston Martin Rapide vs. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 763 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rapide | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |
