2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 279 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 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Accord | DB9 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 601 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |