2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 558 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB9 | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |