2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 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) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 97 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB7 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 83 L |
