2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 500 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Express | DB9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |