2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DBS | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |