2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 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 135 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB9 | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
