2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight 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 384 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 982 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin DB9 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 2007 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB9 | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |