2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | S4 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 489 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |