2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 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 225 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 901 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB9 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 125 L |