1999 Honda Life vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Life | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2745 mm |
