2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2001 Seat Leon

To start off, both 2001 Aston Martin DB7 and 2001 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon.

Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon 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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Aston Martin DB7 2001 Seat Leon
Make Aston Martin Seat
Model DB7 Leon
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5931 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 450 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 556 Nm 270 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1460 mm


 

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