2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 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 243 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB9 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |
