2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Rendezvous | DB9 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |