2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS

To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Aston Martin DBS 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 2010 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Mondeo 2010 Aston Martin DBS
Make Ford Aston Martin
Model Mondeo DBS
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4722 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 78 L


 

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