2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota. 2011 Dodge Dakota 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. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB9 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |
