2005 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP) has 254 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Safari | DB9 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 571 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |