2005 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 424 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Durango | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
