2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB9 and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 197 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB9 | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |