2004 Lexus ES vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus ES would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2004 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus ES, 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus ES | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Lexus | Aston Martin |
| Model | ES | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2746 mm |
