2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, both 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2007 Audi A3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Vanquish | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 333 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |