1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
