2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy 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) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB9 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
