2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
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 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (570 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (541 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB9 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 541 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |