2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2006 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 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A6 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |