2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2000 Aston Martin DB7 and 2000 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2000 Citroen Xsara 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. 2000 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB7 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 45 L |
