2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 589 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 117 L |
