2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari 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 309 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
| Model | DB9 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
