2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V12 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 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Focus | V12 Vantage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |