2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 371 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB7 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
| 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 | 1489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
