2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 (449 HP) has 277 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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 Volkswagen Caravelle, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB9 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
