2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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, 1994 Toyota Carina, 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) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB9 | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5930 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |