2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
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 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 289 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
