2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2006 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A6 | V12 Vantage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |