2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB9 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |
