2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 5,934 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 307 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB7 | Touran |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |