2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2002 Aston Martin DB7 and 2002 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 342 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (571 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (270 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | DB7 | C8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |