2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 803 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 117 L |
