2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 857 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB9 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |