2007 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 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 241 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A6 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
