2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V12 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
