2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
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 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada 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 139 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 384 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB9 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 106 L |
