2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 9 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 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP) has 252 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Vanquish | A5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |