2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer 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 300 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Explorer | DBS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
