2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 (451 HP) has 234 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB9 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |
