2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2003 Aston Martin DB7 and 2003 Mazda 6 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 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6. 2003 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB7 | 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |