2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 230 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 904 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB9 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 117 L |