2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 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. 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 41 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. (429 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB9 | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |