2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2003 Aston Martin DB7 and 2003 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (222 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. 2003 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB7 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |