2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2004 Audi A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Vanquish | A6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |