2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 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 (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DBS | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |
