2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 5 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 339 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB7 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |
