2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 5,932 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 305 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB9 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |