2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Pathfinder | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
