2000 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. 2012 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 2000 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Aston Martin |
| Model | Range Rover | DBS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
