2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 762 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Expedition | DBS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 569 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |