2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower 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 133 more horse power than 2004 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 MG XPower. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG XPower.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 MG XPower | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB7 | XPower |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |