2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (424 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB9 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |