2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. 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 194 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB9 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
