2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 184 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2004 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 2004 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB9 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
