1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 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 159 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2011 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass, 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB7 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 51 L |
