2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Audi S6
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB9 and 2008 Audi S6 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 109 more horse power than 2008 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 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 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Audi S6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB9 | S6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |