2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Vanquish | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |