2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang 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 183 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 59 L |
