2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | RS6 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
