2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
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 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RunX 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 735 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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 Toyota RunX, 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 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB9 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
