2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin DB9 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 343 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2009 Nissan Livina, 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB9 | Livina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 52 L |
