2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 284 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 2010 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A4 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
