2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Aston Martin DB9 and 2007 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 313 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB9 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |