2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo 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) has 361 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 985 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo, 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 35 L |
