2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. 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 318 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sentra | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
