2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB9 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |
