2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 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 216 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (305 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin V12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger. 2011 Dodge Challenger 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. 2011 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V12 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
