2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB9 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 259 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 643 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | DB9 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |