2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 7 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 325 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
