2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 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 227 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB9 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |