2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DBS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DBS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 59 L |
