2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 539 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 (540 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB7 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
