2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, both 2007 Buick LaCrosse and 2007 Aston Martin DB9 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) has 251 more horse power than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | LaCrosse | DB9 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 451 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |