2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 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 246 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 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 (556 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (336 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB7 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 336 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |