2008 Audi S3 vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, both 2008 Audi S3 and 2008 Aston Martin DB9 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,934 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 192 more horse power than 2008 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S3 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 S3 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S3. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S3. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S3 | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | S3 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |