2004 Acura EL vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura EL would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL, 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura EL | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | EL | DB9 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |