2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 11 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 184 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | DB7 | RX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
