2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 680 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Aston Martin |
| Model | Range Rover | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
