2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 11 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 263 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 527 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB7 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |
