2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 5 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 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
Model | DB9 | Genesis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |