1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB7 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |