2013 Aston Martin Cygnet vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, both 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet and 2013 Aston Martin DB9 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 772 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet, 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cygnet | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 988 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3078 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.4 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 80 L |
