2006 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RSX would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | RSX | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
