2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 134 kg more 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (470 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB9 | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 470 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1844 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |