2010 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB9 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4712 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
