2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.

Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Aston Martin DB7 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Aston Martin Chevrolet
Model DB7 TrailBlazer
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 4156 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 269 HP
Torque 542 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 265 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 2153 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.7 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 81 L 71 L


 

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