2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Saturn Vue 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 272 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Saturn Vue. 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 Saturn Vue, 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Aston Martin | Saturn |
Model | DB7 | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |