2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Peugeot 206 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 363 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 756 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 Peugeot 206, 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | DB9 | 206 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |