2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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 119 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 819 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3302 mm |
