2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Fiat Stilo 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 376 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 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 Fiat Stilo, 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 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB7 | Stilo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |