1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin DB9 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 2007 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Cordoba | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cordoba | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
