2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 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 5,932 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 271 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | DB7 | CTS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 68 L |