2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin DB9 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Lexus LS. (438 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 596 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | DB9 | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 84 L |