2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 13 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 100 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB7 | XF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2909 mm |
