2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 5,935 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 139 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Acura |
| Model | DB9 | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
