2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 819 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Suburban | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
