2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 Aston Martin DB9 and 2007 Peugeot 307 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 275 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (176 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307, 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB9 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
