2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 229 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (311 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB9 | E |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |