2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. 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 360 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB9 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
