2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 4 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 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. 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, 2013 Kia Forte, 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 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB9 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
