2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB9 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
