2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, both 2007 Aston Martin DB9 and 2007 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 262 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |