2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 345 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | DB7 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
