2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2007 Aston Martin DB9 and 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander, 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB9 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |