2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 410 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |
