2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Toyota Ractis
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Toyota Ractis 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.
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 Toyota Ractis, 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Ractis. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Ractis. 2006 Toyota Ractis 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 Toyota Ractis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Toyota Ractis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB9 | Ractis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
