2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 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 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB9 | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |