2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB7 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 129 L |