2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. 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 188 more horse power than 2011 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin V12.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V12 | S5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |