2000 Mercury Villager vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin DBS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Villager | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Mercury | Aston Martin |
Model | Villager | DBS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |