2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
| Model | Centieme | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
