2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 232 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Civic | DB9 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |