2005 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar 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. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 161 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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 Freestar, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Freestar | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
