2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 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 159 more horse power than 2009 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 725 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy. 2009 GMC Envoy 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. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB9 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
