2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 277 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB7 | ML |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |