2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan 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 348 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB9 | Econovan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |