2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 148 L |
