2000 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 343 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Civic | DB9 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |