2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB9 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
