2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 5,933 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 362 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2011 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB9 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
