2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (451 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |
