2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB9 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
