2004 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econoline | 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Econoline | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2750 mm |
