2005 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | S4 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 570 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |