2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Ford F-150

To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin DB9 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin DB9.

Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Aston Martin DB9 2012 Ford F-150
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model DB9 F-150
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 571 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 2670 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5890 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1928 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 136 L


 

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