Ride/feel of carbon vs. alum forks

[Red Tornado]

I have only ever had steel or carbon forks (full carbon & carbon w/ alum steerer) on my road bikes. I would think an aluminum fork would be very stiff and make that bike feel like a jackhammer, but might possibly be able to absorb more punishment if it takes a hit that it wasn't designed for (i.e. crash). Curious if anyone here has experience with an aluminum fork on a road bike and what are your thoughts/experiences? TIA