2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin V12.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V12 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
