2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 664 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (496 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |
