2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB7 | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 615 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1140 mm |