2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX

To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Toyota RunX 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 354 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 Toyota RunX, 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Aston Martin DB9 2006 Toyota RunX
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model DB9 RunX
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5932 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 71.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.1 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L


 

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