2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB7 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
