2005 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Focus | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
