2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
