2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Audi TT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB9 | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
