1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1997 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
