2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB9 | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
