2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Audi A3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB9 | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |