2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
| Model | Legacy | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
