2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK. (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB9 | CK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
