2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin DB9 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 940 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 181 L |
