2008 Acura RL vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | RL | DB9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |