2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2004 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 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 175 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 2004 Cadillac DeVille, 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 (571 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (420 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
