2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DBS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
