2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 362 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DBS | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 | 13.2 L/100km |
