1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 10 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 175 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB7 | Element |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
