2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 109 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2001 Audi A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Vanquish | A6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |