2010 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 174 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB9 | S80 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4712 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |