2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Pride Wagon 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 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB9 | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
