2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 166 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 709 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 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 Tahoe. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB9 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |