2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 880 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB7 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5621 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 129 L |
