2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2003 Aston Martin DB9 and 2003 Ford C-MAX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Aston Martin DB9 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 2003 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB9 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 132 L |