2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 287 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Trans Sport | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
