2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 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 393 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, 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 (556 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade 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. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB7 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
