2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,932 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 304 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB7 | MPV |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |