2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (301 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB7 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |
