2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 315 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 466 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 117 L |
