2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 762 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Express | DB9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |