2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.

Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Aston Martin DBS 2007 Toyota RAV4
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model DBS RAV4
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5933 cc 3545 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 503 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km


 

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