2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 796 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Vanquish | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
