2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | DB7 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
