2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 744 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Explorer | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |