2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
| Model | Forester | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1449 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
