2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 387 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB9 | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 117 L |