2002 Acura CL vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL 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 194 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | CL | DB9 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 260 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |