2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 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 280 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB7 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2970 mm |