2000 Acura TL vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL, 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | TL | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
