2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, both 2002 Aston Martin DB7 and 2002 Pontiac Grand Am were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB7 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 54 L |