2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Sonic would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2013 Aston Martin 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
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2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Sonic | Vantage |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4039 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1735 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1241 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |