1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 694 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V, 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | HR-V | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
