2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 346 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Aston Martin DB7 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
Make Aston Martin Volkswagen
Model DB7 Transporter
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 556 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 297 km/hour 142 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1782 kg 1162 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3410 mm