2012 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
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 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 309 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB9 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4709 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
