2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (380 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 251 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 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | DB9 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 566 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |