2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram 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 175 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 206 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vanquish | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
