2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 10 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (571 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB7 | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |
