2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa, 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | DB9 | Arosa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 34 L |