2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Vanquish | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
