2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 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 198 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Excursion. 2003 Ford Excursion 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. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 167 L |
