2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 317 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB7 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
