2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 262 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Explorer | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
