2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A4 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
