2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin DBS and 2009 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 309 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.

Because 2009 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2009 Jaguar X-Type 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. 2009 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Aston Martin DBS 2009 Jaguar X-Type
Make Aston Martin Jaguar
Model DBS X-Type
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5933 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 503 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 81.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 307 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.9 L/100km 9.6 L/100km


 

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