2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 165 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 771 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
