2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 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 165 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2807 mm |
