2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 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 197 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest. 2005 Nissan Quest 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. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 76 L |
