2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |
