2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V12 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 V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V12 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
