2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 290 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 2004 Toyota RAV4 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. 2004 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB7 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1740 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |