2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 8 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 75 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover LR4. (375 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover LR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 838 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR4. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR4. 2011 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB9 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 86 L |
