2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 5,932 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 215 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB7 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 293 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |