2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Cee'd | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cee'd | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
