2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 250 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2013 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 2013 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot, 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Pilot | DB9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |