2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2001 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2001 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
