2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A4 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
