2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2008 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 2008 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
