2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 321 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 604 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (340 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB7 | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |
