2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 420 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DBS | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |