2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS 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 234 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2002 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2002 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
