2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Magentis 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 277 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Kia Magentis. 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, 2005 Kia Magentis, 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB9 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
