2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 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 266 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300. 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300. 2010 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB9 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
