2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB9 | 626 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |