2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Silverado | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
