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 |
