2007 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | S4 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
