2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | SRX | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
