2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
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 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS. 2004 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | DB9 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
