2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2003 Aston Martin DB9 and 2003 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2, 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB9 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 41 L |
