1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 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 3,238 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 168 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB7 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
