2011 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 724 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X5 | 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | X5 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |