2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 6 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 5,932 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 96 more horse power than 2012 Audi RS5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi RS5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB9 | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
