2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2006 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB9 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |