2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 286 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Colorado | DB9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |