2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Chrysler Sebring 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 271 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB7 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
