2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XKR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB7 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 71 L |
