2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB7 | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |