2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,934 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 283 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB9 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |