2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
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 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol 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 404 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol. 2005 Mazda Carol 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. 2005 Mazda Carol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB9 | Carol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
