2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 109 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB7 | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |