2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. 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 247 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
