2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
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, 2008 Renault Megane, 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB9 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
