2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 142 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Cadillac STS 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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | DB7 | STS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |