2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB9 and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 135 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB9 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
