2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 434 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Touareg | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
