2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2013 Aston Martin 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Freestyle | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
