2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fiesta and 2009 Aston Martin DB9 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 381 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 813 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Fiesta | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
