2005 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Accord | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
