2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB9 and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 94 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB9 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
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 | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |