2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1016 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB9 | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |