2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB9 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
