2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Aston Martin DB9 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 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (226 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2006 Audi A4 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 A4 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A4 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |