2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB9 and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,934 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 377 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | DB9 | Colt |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 47 L |