2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Opel Frogster
To start off, both 2002 Aston Martin DB7 and 2002 Opel Frogster were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 351 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frogster. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2002 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Frogster, 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 (577 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frogster. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frogster. 2002 Opel Frogster has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frogster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Opel Frogster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB7 | Frogster |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |