1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1996 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB7 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 100 L |