2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin DB9 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 210 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X6. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |
