2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2000 Aston Martin DB7 and 2000 Skoda Octavia 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 334 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
Model | DB7 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |