2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin DB9 and 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (153 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB9 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |