2002 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A6 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |