1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB7 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |