2007 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Audi S6. (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | S6 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
