2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 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 134 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 849 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 119 L |
