2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 297 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Ford Mondeo 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. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Aston Martin DB7 2010 Ford Mondeo
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model DB7 Mondeo
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 435 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 275 km/hour 205 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1576 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 89 L 70 L


 

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