2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sebring | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
