2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB9 and 2008 Opel Insignia 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 227 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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 Opel Insignia, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB9 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |