2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
