2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2007 Audi RS4
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Audi RS4. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi RS4.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2007 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Vanquish | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
