2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 372 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (149 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V12 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 2006 Aston Martin V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V12 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |