2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2006 Audi A8
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin V12 and 2006 Audi A8 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 V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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 V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2006 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V12 | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |