2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 276 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB9 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |