2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 304 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma.
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, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2197 cc |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
