2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 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 332 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna, 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB7 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
