2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | CLK | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
