2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 2 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 5,932 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 290 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. 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, 2004 Honda Element, 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB7 | Element |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
