2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |
