2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP) has 450 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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 (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DBS | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
