2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX

To start off, 2004 Ford C-MAX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. 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 331 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Aston Martin DB7 2004 Ford C-MAX
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model DB7 C-MAX
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 435 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2650 mm


 

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