2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Expedition | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |