2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB9 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
