2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 768 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
