2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | DB9 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
