2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin DB9 and 2009 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. 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 Fiat Croma, 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 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB9 | Croma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |