2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB9 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
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 | 464 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 144 L |