2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB9 | iOn |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
