2012 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2012 Aston Martin DB9 and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 217 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (253 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB9 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 253 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 288 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4709 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |