2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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) has 265 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2000 Aston Martin DB7 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 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DB7 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
