2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Hyundai Elantra 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 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra, 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
Model | DB9 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |