2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 168 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB9 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 88 L |