2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB9 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |