2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
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 Jaguar Concept Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight. (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB9 | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3170 mm |
