2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin DB9 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX, 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | DB9 | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
