2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
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 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Microbus 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 299 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB9 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
