2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 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 194 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB9 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
