2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 Audi A8
To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin DB9 and 2009 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (444 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2009 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB9 | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |