2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DBS 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 DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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 DBS (571 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DBS | Pod |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
