2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 73 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (541 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | XK | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
