2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
