2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 204 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (240 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB9 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
