2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 735 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Land Rover | Aston Martin |
Model | Range Rover | DBS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 80 L |