2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Acura RL
To start off, both 2004 Aston Martin DB9 and 2004 Acura RL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 225 more horse power than 2004 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Acura RL. 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, 2004 Acura RL, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Acura RL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Acura |
Model | DB9 | RL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5930 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 570 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |