2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 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 5,934 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 205 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (500 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB7 | R-D6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 69 L |