2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin DB9 and 2009 Citroen Xsara 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 402 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 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 Citroen Xsara, 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB9 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 11.8 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 | 1760 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 54 L |
