2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB9 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
