2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Renault Trafic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V12 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 2006 Aston Martin V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V12 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
